These days, when tooth decay strikes, you no longer have to compromise the aesthetics of your tooth or your dental health with a metal filling. Tooth-colored composite resin is a durable and aesthetically pleasing alternative to the metal amalgam fillings used in the past.Getting a Composite Filling
Tooth-colored dental fillings in Hamburg are a straightforward treatment that we can typically complete during one dental appointment. Here’s how the process works:
- Numbing the Area — Dr. Blake or Dr. Guth will ensure you don’t feel anything during your procedure by numbing the area around the compromised tooth.
- Decay Removal — Next, our dentist removes the decayed areas of the tooth while preserving as much healthy tooth structure as possible.
- Preparation — Then, we etch the tooth to prepare it for the adhesion of the composite resin material.
- Composite Application — Our dentists find a custom shade of the composite resin, apply it to your tooth, and then cure and harden it with a special light.
- Smoothing and Finishing — Finally, they smooth and shape the composite resin, polishing it to a fine finish that blends flawlessly with your tooth.
- Final Adjustments — When the composite filling is completed, our dentists will make any necessary adjustments to ensure that you can bite and chew food comfortably and effectively.
Contact James Blake, DDS
If you have questions about fillings or other dental treatments, we’re happy to answer them. Contact our team at (716) 648-2600 for more information.
